FireSmart Questions and Facts - Firefighter Facts

Fire History

 

Did you know?

 

  • Firefighters have become a national commodity and national crew movement is now common place. To ensure firefighters are properly prepared, national exchange standards have been developed that identify what training a firefighter needs to have to be eligible for an assignment in another province or territory.
  • Every year firefighters are required to continuously hone their skills through on-going proficiency training, refresher training and testing.

 

Facts About Fire

 

What are the minimum requirements to become a FireRanger?

 

Anyone fighting fires in Ontario must, as a minimum, have successfully completed the 40 hour SP-100 Firefighter course, have a valid first aid certificate and pass the physical fitness test.

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